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Route from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.

This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Hay Lakes (Alberta) and Pelican Pointe (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe

The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Pelican Pointe is 609.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 689 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 39 min.

Straight-line distance 609.3 km
Estimated road distance ~689 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 39 min
Note: values are approximate estimates. Road distance is calculated by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). Drive time assumes ~90 km/h average. Real traffic, tolls, and conditions can vary significantly. Use the live planner for current data.

Trip cost and route type: Hay Lakes – Pelican Pointe

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $77–$105

Estimate: ~689 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe

The map shows the locations of Hay Lakes (A) and Pelican Pointe (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

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Driving directions from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe

Real distance: 773.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 9 h 26 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Highway 617/617. Continue on 617. 27.9 km
  2. Turn right onto Range Road 190/834. 19.4 km
  3. Turn left onto 26. 25.8 km
  4. Turn right onto Highway 855/855. Continue on 855. 17.5 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 13/13/855. 176.7 km
  6. Turn right onto 31. 77.9 km
  7. Turn right onto Highway 21/21/31. 13.6 km
  8. Turn left onto Highway 31/31. 93.6 km
  9. Turn right onto Highway 4/4. 16.6 km
  10. Turn left onto 15. 66.8 km
  11. Turn right onto Saskatchewan Avenue/15. Continue on 15. 55.8 km
  12. Bear right onto 11/Louis Riel Trail. 146.4 km

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Hay Lakes – Pelican Pointe

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Indicative estimates based on ~689 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.

Origin and destination

Origin

Hay Lakes

Alberta · 53.19250, -113.05500

Hay Lakes sits in central Alberta on the province’s prairie plain, a small village of roughly 495 residents that appears on regional maps as a compact settlement surrounded by farmland. It is not part of a metropolitan…

Destination

Pelican Pointe

Saskatchewan · 50.80400, -105.03700

Pelican Pointe is a very small community in southern Saskatchewan set within the province’s prairie landscape. On a regional map it appears as a compact cluster of dwellings and lots amid farmland and small patches of…

How to drive from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe

The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes (Alberta) and Pelican Pointe (Saskatchewan) is about 609.3 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.

Before you leave, consider:

  • Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
  • Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
  • In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
  • Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.

Route description: Hay Lakes – Pelican Pointe

Planning a trip from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe means budgeting around 689 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 7 h 39 min by car. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Hay Lakes (Alberta) — coordinates 53.1925° N, -113.0550° E. The destination is Pelican Pointe (Saskatchewan), at 50.8040° N, -105.0370° E.

Practical tips for the Hay Lakes – Pelican Pointe drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Alberta — a province prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west — and reaches Pelican Pointe in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Luseland (Saskatchewan).

When to leave

For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.

Alternatives

For this route of about 689 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.

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Frequently asked questions: Hay Lakes – Pelican Pointe

What is the straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Pelican Pointe?

The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Pelican Pointe is about 609.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe?

The estimated road distance from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe is about 689 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.

How long does it take to drive from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe?

Indicative drive time from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe is about 7 h 39 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.

How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe?

Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.

Does the Hay Lakes–Pelican Pointe route involve highway tolls?

CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.

How does traffic affect the route from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe?

Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.

Is there an alternative route from Hay Lakes to Pelican Pointe?

A common alternative is going via Luseland or Plenty. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Hay Lakes–Pelican Pointe route in Google Maps?

Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Hay Lakes as origin and Pelican Pointe as destination.